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Kirkby Lonsdale is one of the best places to live in the country to enjoy the great outdoors, according to the Sunday Times. Our historic market town on the border of three countries – Cumbria, Lancashire and Yorkshire – is one of nine places in the North of England to make the newspaper’s ‘Top 50 […]

The Sun Inn is proud to have been shortlisted as Cumbria Life magazine’s Food & Drink Pub of the Year 2015. The annual awards celebrate the best of the county’s foodie offering, from producers and suppliers to hotels and restaurants. Carter at the Sun Inn was shortlisted in the final three in the Food & […]

The Sun Inn in Kirkby Lonsdale has been listed in The Good Food Guide as a ‘Local Gem’ An independent and authoritative guide to eating out in the UK, the book has been published annually since 1951 and is compiled from a combination of reader recommendations and anonymous, expert inspections. According to the publisher, the […]

Announcing the launch of ‘Carter at the Sun Inn’ restaurant The 17th century Sun Inn in Kirkby Lonsdale has recently welcomed Head Chef Sam Carter to oversee its AA rosette-rated restaurant and this month, it will officially unveil a newly-styled restaurant under his namesake, ‘Carter at the Sun Inn’. Sam has been a chef for […]

A BBC film crew has been in Kirkby Lonsdale, shooting scenes for a major drama adaptation to be screened over Easter 2014. The three-part production will include famous faces including Downton Abbey actress Jessica Brown-Findlay. Although the 19th century novel Jamaica Inn, by Daphne du Maurier, is set in 1820s Cornwall, Kirkby Lonsdale was chosen […]

Savour the perfect Chocoholics getaway As the UK’s biggest celebration of all things chocolately, National Chocolate Week (14-20 October) is the perfect excuse to release all those happy endorphins. So, throughout October, guests at the 17th century Sun Inn in Kirkby Lonsdale can savour a host of sweet treats to tantalise the taste buds – […]

FREE Parking Permit at the Sun Inn, Kirkby Lonsdale Every guest staying overnight at the inn is now given a Car Park Permit that enables them to park FREE OF CHARGE in the South Lakeland District car parks in Kirkby Lonsdale. These permits can be used throughout your stay at the Sun Inn and are […]

The Sun Inn Kirkby Lonsdale introduces a new Dog & Boot Shower We have installed a Dog and Boot Shower at the side of the inn so you can clean your muddy boots and paws as required. This was installed along with new planters and a bench all made out of beautiful lakeland stone. We […]

Dog friendly escape at the Sun Inn, Kirkby Lonsdale In honour of National Pet Month, April 2013, we are unveiling some special additions to make its four-legged guests feel just as special as their owners. We already offer access to plenty of stunning open countryside to keep both dogs – and their owners – occupied […]

Watch the Birdie at the Sun Inn, Kirkby Lonsdale We’re launching a special package for guests hoping to get a little closer to nature. The Sun Inn is within easy reach of an impressive range of birdwatching destinations, including the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, the Trough of Bowland and Morecambe Bay – home to […]

Literary Heritage at the Sun Inn, Kirkby Lonsdale Kirkby Lonsdale is best known for its spectacular natural surroundings, but take a closer look at the area in and around this historic market town and you’ll find a rich – and largely undiscovered – literary and artistic heritage… Mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086, Kirkby […]

The Sun Inn, Kirkby Lonsdale offers the ‘ultimate treat’ We’re offering the ultimate rest and rejuvenation break, complete with an array of tasty treats, pampering bathing delights and even blind perfume testing – all set against spectacular natural surroundings. We’ve teamed up with the Bath House – a locally-based specialist in fragrances, bathing and natural […]

Christmas Shopping break at the Sun Inn, Kirkby Lonsdale Gift shopping needn’t be a chore for visitors to the chocolate box town of Kirkby Lonsdale in the run-up to Christmas, as we offer a thoroughly stress-free stay to gear up for the festive season. It’s an ideal base to make all the yuletide preparations – […]

The Sun Inn, Kirkby Lonsdale, offers Gourmet Breaks for foodies We are launching a series of Gourmet Food breaks, combining an indulgent celebration of food and wine with five star luxury in spectacular natural surroundings. As the holder of an AA rosette for our mouth-watering menus, seasonal treats and high quality produce from local suppliers (including […]

‘Wellie Walks’ for guests at the Sun Inn, Kirkby Lonsdale Changeable weather needn’t be a barrier for visitors heading to the Sun Inn this autumn, as we launch a quirky contingency plan to overcome unsettled weather conditions. We’ve invested in an impressive selection of sturdy wellington boots, macs and umbrellas to ensure visitors can get […]